You can rise up again.

Life may feel like an exhausting merry-go-round, leaving you searching for strength. As a counsellor, I see the resilience within you, even when you feel stuck in the stillness or overwhelmed by life’s noise. Together, we’ll navigate these challenges, rising above obstacles and finding hope. Whether as a mental health counsellor or marriage therapist, I provide a sincere connection and unwavering support to help you push forward. Let’s walk this journey together—you have the strength to rise again. – Kelly TeBrinke

I’m Kelly

Years ago, while working as a corporate manager, I asked myself, "How can I help others break free from feeling stuck?" This question led me to pursue coaching, which ignited my passion. I soon realized the next step was to become a clinical counsellor specializing in mental health and relationship therapy.

Around this time, I sat across from a counsellor and worked through an area where I felt stuck. Counselling helped me consider new possibilities and perspectives, releasing me from stronghold judgments. It was a vulnerable time, and I reflect on how delicate and transformative that experience was. This personal journey inspired my commitment to helping others as a mental health counsellor and marriage therapist, guiding them toward growth and healing in their own lives.

As a Chilliwack counsellor, I want to ensure you feel safe when sharing. I see you as the expert in your life. You will not feel rushed, and I will respond to you from a place of empathy. My focus is on your needs. I avoid judging you for any reason and accept you fully and unconditionally. You will lead throughout our sessions. You will decide how much information to share and at what pace. I will create an environment where you can feel comfortable sharing your unfiltered truth.

As a counsellor, I am supportive and believe people have the inherent capacity for healing. I take a compassionate approach, believe everyone belongs, and am committed to advocating for marginalized communities. My modalities include solution-focused, acceptance and commitment, narrative, cognitive behavioural, emotion-focused, and the Gottman method.

While I offer support across many areas, my passionate focus is on couples or marriage counselling. I help partners build stronger, more connected relationships or marriages.

my approach

my specialties

  • Couples / Premarital / Marriage Counselling

  • Single / Dating / Engaged

  • Single Moms / Single Dads / Parenting Support

  • Family Relations or Transitions / Blended Family Support / Sibling Relations

  • Friendship / Social Skills

01. RELATIONSHIP COUNSELLING

  • Conflict resolution strategies

  • Conflict mediation techniques

  • Managing interpersonal conflicts

  • Healthy communication skills

  • Resolving family disputes

  • Couples / marriage conflict

  • Parenting conflict solutions

  • Family conflict mediation

  • Resolution in co-parenting

  • Anger management

  • Handling workplace conflicts

  • Overcoming communication barriers

  • Dealing with emotional triggers in conflict

02. CONFLICT RESOLUTION

Life Transitions:

  • Career changes

  • Moving stress

  • Retirement planning

  • Post-secondary transitions

  • Empty nest syndrome

  • Divorce recovery

Personal Growth:

  • Self-discovery

  • Building resilience

  • Stress management

  • Overcoming perfectionism

Grief, Loss & Healing:

  • Coping with miscarriage

  • Pet loss grief support

  • Loss of independence

03. NAVIGATING LIFE CHANGES

Qualifications
Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology
Registered Clinical Counsellor by the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors

Certifications
Certified Leadership Coach by the International Coaching Federation

Sex Work and Health: Strategies and Tools for Inclusive Practices by the Provincial Health Services Authority of British Columbia

Agricultural Mental Health (mental health in agricultural literacy program)

Continuing Education
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Ymind Youth (Matt Boone, LCSW)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy for Adolescents (Dr. Jill H. Rathus & Dr. Alec L. Miller)
Bachelor of Arts in Professional Communication with a concentration in Public Relations

my credentials

A designation of the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors